CT Scan

CT Scan

PURPOSE: Provides photograph of tissue densities with the use of radiation.

NURSING ALERT:

•      If contrast medium will be used, assess for any allergy to iodine and instruct the patient to be on NPO for 4 hours prior to the procedure

•      Assess for any fear of close spaces (claustrophobia)

•      This procedure is contraindicated to patients who are pregnant and obese (>300 lbs)

•      Let the patient lye still during the whole course of the procedure